What is the difference between ED and EA?
A. An ED (Early Decision) applicant is allowed to apply to only one ED school, and if the word is “yes” the applicant cannot matriculate elsewhere. Colleges like this because they get a certain portion of the class committed early, reduce their workload for the regular round, and in some cases get earlier cash flow. Early Action (EA) is not a binding commitment; it only allows students to hear early.
